Bryce Canyon, Utah

We had some out of state family here for a reunion, so we spent the day at Bryce Canyon. Kay's brother and sister-in-law rode with us. We found 3 geocaches while there. We stopped at Ruby's Inn for there buffet. It was a great day!!!!!

Armadillo Potaotes

I found this recipe at http://www.familyfun.com/. I didn't take the time to get the crumb mixture into the slits of the potatoes but it turned out great. I didn't peel the potatoes either. This is a keeper!!!!

1/4 cup bread crumbs

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 tablespoon paprika

Salt and pepper to taste

Olive oil

6 Idaho potatoes, peeled and cut in half lengthwise

Heat the oven to 450 degrees F. In a bowl, mix together the bread crumbs, cheese, paprika, salt and pepper and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Set the mixture aside. Transform each potato half into an armadillo by cutting 9 or so notches 1/2 to 1 inch deep in the rounded top. For each armadillo, cut a square of aluminum foil big enough to loosely wrap around it, brush the center with olive oil, then place the potato on it, flat side down. Sprinkle the top with some of the crumb mixture, pressing it into the grooves, then seal the potato in the aluminum foil. Arrange all of the foil-covered potatoes on a baking sheet and bake them for 40 to 45 minutes. Open the pouches carefully they will be hot and full of steam. Makes 1 dozen armadillos.

Graduation

My sister went to Ameritech College and graduated in Medical and Dental Office Management. She was on the Dean's List and had perfect attandance. She was chosen as a speaker for her department. I'm so proud of her!!!!! Congratulations Mary!!!!
Melody and Mary

Mary with her children Anne and Greg

Mary with Anne, Greg and granddaughters Mandy and Lara

Lumberjack Competition

We watched part of the Lumberjack Competition at Thanksgiving Point in Lehi, Utah. ESPN was recording the competition to be aired at a later date. We enjoyed our experience!!

Cabin

We made our first trip to the cabin today. There are still some snow banks but we can get in. We saw our first Cow Elk for the season. It is the mateing season for frogs and they are croaking it up like gangbusters. It is a beautiful sound!

Banana Nut Bread

I got this recipe from my Cousin Linda. What intriqued me was the buttermilk. It makes it so moist. It's a great recipe.

3/4 cup butter

1 1/2 cups sugar

4 bananas, mashed

2 eggs, well beaten

1 teaspoon vanilla

2 cups sifted flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

3/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup buttermilk

3/4 cup chopped walnuts

Cream butter and sugar thoroughly. Add the bananas, eggs and vanilla. Beat well. Sift the baking soda, salt and flour together. Stir it into the banana mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Add nuts and mix well. Pour into greased and floured loaf pan. Bake at 325 degrees F for 1 hour 15 minutes. Let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes before turning it out. Cool completely.

No Bake Cookies

I always used Nestle's quick instead of cocoa because I didn't want it to be too chocolatey. My husband doesn't like chocolate and suggested I use Nestle's quick strawberry. They turned out great!!!

Chocolate Oatmeal Drops
2 cups sugar
1/2 cup butter or margarine
1/2 cup milk
3 tablespoons cocoa or Nestle's quick

Mix together and bring to boiling point, DON'T BOIL. Remove from stove and add:
3 cups oats
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup nuts
1 cup coconut

Mix together and drop by teaspoonfuls onto waxed paper or foil.

If nuts and coconut are not added, add another cup of oats. If you like it dry verses fudgy, keep adding oats to desired dryness.

New Pillows

I found these pillows at Wal Mart and they matched the other pillows and decorations in the living room.